Shared Struggles, Shared Hope
We support, educate and connect moms of teens and young adults who struggle with substance misuse
You just found your tribe
We help moms of kids who misuse substances get connected, stay
healthy, and create positive change in their families.
The Stream is a private online space where moms and female caregivers find resources, education and personal connections when their child struggles with substance misuse, addiction, and mental health challenges.
We teach skills that help improve communication and rebuild broken relationships while empowering you to motivate your child to adopt or maintain healthier choices.
It's your mental & emotional health club when your family is experiencing one of the most difficult times imaginable.
Who Joins The Stream?
Your child is likely the most amazing person - and highly challenging at the same time.
They’re brilliant and clever and wrestle with how to direct their immense talent in positive ways. When healthy, they will change the world.
Currently, you may be parenting a child like this...
teens or college-aged kids who are experimenting with or dependent on marijuana and alcohol
adolescents and young adults misusing substances like Xanax, Fentanyl, cocaine, Percocet, kratom, or heroin
young people transitioning to step-down houses, sober living, or in early recovery
adolescents or young people in wilderness therapy, therapeutic boarding school, or residential treatment programs
a young person on the spectrum struggling with social anxiety, gender identity, or executive functioning
kids refusing high school or failing college due to substance use, depression, or anxiety
teens who’ve developed eating disorders or engage in self-harm in addition to misusing substances
young people who identify as LGBTQ+ and are misusing drugs or alcohol
a teen or young adult who’s experienced an unintentional overdose or has thoughts of suicide
We're low on drama and high on supporting you.
Unlike many groups, we focus on actively learning ways to connect with your child and motivate them to make positive changes in their life. We do this in a culture rooted in positivity and growth.
We're not about complaining, shaming or ranting - nor are we stuck in a "one-size-fits-all" mentality, so we think big and lean into the latest evidence-based approaches to empower you.
We invite you to join a positive, passionate and fiercely loving group of parents all working toward healing their families - we know change can and does happen because we've lived it ourselves.
Co-Founders Cathy Cioth, (R) & Brenda Zane, (L)
"I created this space so no other parent has to suffer alone with feelings of helplessness and isolation when her child is struggling with substance use or addiction. It's the place I needed and wish existed when I was going through it." - Brenda Zane
"I learned early on how important it was to have a community around me when our family struggled with addiction. Now it’s a passion of mine to help others find balance and peace in their lives when they're faced with similar challenges." - Cathy Cioth
Frequently asked questions:
Why is there an annual commitment?
The expectation when you join us is you're committing to being a part of The Stream for a full year. Why?
Because we've lived the chaos, we understand life is unpredictable. And for that very reason, you need to know your support system is not. It'll be here for you through the ups, the downs, and everything that happens in between (which can be a lot.)
We, moms, tend to adjust our activity and participation as our kids move through their substance use and mental health journey, and that's ok. You'll never have to sit alone at 2 am wondering who to reach out to. Your Tribe in The Stream will be there for you.
What's the time commitment to benefit from this membership?
Honestly, as much or little as you can invest, and we know that fluctuates with your child's current situation. Ideally, if you tap into the community for 5-10 minutes per day, you'll see real, lasting, and healthy benefits. Of course, we'd love to see you more, and the more you tap in, the more you'll get out of it.
When are events held?
Our events are scheduled to accommodate members in various time zones and countries. Our current schedule looks like this: (subject to change)
- C.R.A.F.T. & Invitation to Change classes: Weekly on Thursdays, 5pm Pacific (all members)
- Communication Coaching using the Invitation to Change Approach: Monthly, rotating weekdays (all members)
- Saturday Coffee and Care: Every other Saturday, alternating at 8:30am or 1p Pacific
- Tuesday Casual Member Meetup: Every other Tuesday, 4pm Pacific
- Guest Speakers: Monthly, times vary (all members)
- Therapeutic coaching call: Monthly, rotating days
- Live text chats: Tuesdays at 10am Pacific, Wednesdays at 4:30pm Pacific
- Supporting a child in recovery call: Monthly on 3rd Wednesday, 3pm Pacific
- Warrior moms (moms of adult children) call: Monthly on 3rd Monday, 4:30pm Pacific
- Annual Signature Fall retreat: 4-day weekend in October
- Live local meetups: dates and times vary by city
What if I miss or can't make a call or event?
Most of our events and calls are recorded and available to replay on your own time.
*We offer financial scholarships to those who wish to join and need assistance. Simply email us here; we'd love to help, no questions asked.
